Homemade Pita Chips

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4.6

57 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    15 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    160 kcal

  • Course

    Appetizer, Snacks

  • Cuisine

    Greek

Homemade Pita Chips

Homemade Pita Chips are crisp triangles of pita bread brushed with olive oil and sprinkled with sea salt, baked until golden and crunchy. They provide a simple, crisp snack or a light accompaniment for dips. The olive oil adds richness and helps achieve an even crispness, while sprinkling salt enhances the flavor. These chips make a practical alternative to store-bought versions with minimal ingredients and effort.

Description

This recipe transforms pita breads into crunchy chips by cutting them into triangles, brushing both sides with olive oil, and sprinkling with sea salt before baking at 400°F. The high heat helps crisp the pita quickly without drying them out. Brushing with olive oil on both sides promotes browning and a pleasant texture.

The resulting pita chips are light and range from crisp edges to a slightly softer middle, ideal for dipping into hummus, guacamole, or other spreads, or for eating plain as a snack. They deliver a simple combination of olive oil and salt enhancing the pita's flavor.

According to the notes, pita chips can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days, keeping them crisp and ready for multiple snack occasions.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 4 pita bread
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • sea salt to taste, or kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with a Silpat baking mat or parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. With a knife, cut each pita into 8 triangles and arrange evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the pita triangles with olive oil. Flip them over and brush the other side with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt.
  3. Bake for 10 minutes, or until crispy and browned. Cool completely. Serve with your favorite dips or eat them plain!

Notes

  • Store homemade pita chips in an airtight container for up to 5 days to maintain crispness.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 160kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 21g (7%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 5g (25%) Sodium 157mg (7%) Potassium 64mg (1%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Calcium 6mg (1%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 160 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 160kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 21g 7%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Sodium 157mg 7%
Potassium 64mg 1%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Calcium 6mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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